In this powerful episode of The Indie Unplugged, host B. Vaughan sits down with the multifaceted J. Rhodes—award-winning music producer, filmmaker, educator, and author. Hailing from Dallas, Texas, J. Rhodes shares his journey from early beat battles to working with industry giants like Dr. Dre, Lecrae, and Talib Kweli. He dives into the business behind the beats, reflecting on lessons from his book These Beats Ain’t Free and sharing insights on landing placements in major projects like Madden NFL 22.

Beyond the studio, J. Rhodes unpacks his creative ventures into film with his feature It’s a Wonderful Plight and the launch of House of Beats, the first reality show for producers. As an associate professor at Berklee College of Music, he also speaks on the intersection of artistry and education, emphasizing the importance of creative ownership and industry literacy. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, entrepreneurship, and evolving as a modern music creator.

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